AR15 Lubrication and cleaning thread

[skoal]

I have tried a lot of the "gun oils" out there. I really like Ed's Red or Hoppes for cleaning. I have never had any issues using synthetic ATF for lube, so why pay extra for "gun oil"? I bought a litre of Mobile 1 0W20 this winter at Cdn Tire ... seems to work great and only cost about $10! Good for afew more years ... might give Frog Lube a try to see what all the fuss is about.

Wouldn't waste your time or money on frog lube,you had the right idea the first time.

 

[abs0Lut]

Although last winter was really mild here(Regina) I never had a issue with hoppes gun oil in the cold.

 

[blaxsun]

Wouldn't waste your time or money on frog lube,you had the right idea the first time.

Don't mock the Frog...

 

[Mark-II]

Ballistol for shooting commie surplus x39


Hose out the upper and bolt carrier under a hot water tap and re-oil pretty much

 

[tuco the ugly]

I did not see anyone reference Shooter's Choice FP-10. I have used many lubricants over the years -- found that FP-10 works great. I use it on all of my guns. Good stuff.

 

[Madman242]

Going to give ALG Go-Juice a try (the 0000 light grease version). I've also read that ATF is an excellent choice in a pinch.

 

[Winchester-1897]

I did not see anyone reference Shooter's Choice FP-10. I have used many lubricants over the years -- found that FP-10 works great. I use it on all of my guns. Good stuff.

I've been using FP-10 for years, love the smell of it also.

 

[Trammerbammer]

Consider that picture saved.

 

[dolannd]

Just a quick question. Don't know if its been covered but any ideas on how to get built up carbon off from the bolt tail?!?!?

Knife or flat head screw driver chips it right off then a quick brush over

 

[dolannd]

Wouldn't waste your time or money on frog lube,you had the right idea the first time.

Agreed... Frog Lube is nothing special and it smells kinda weird

 

[BullOnParade]

Anyone have a screenshot of the second image from the OP?

 

[BullOnParade]

https://www.ar15.com/forums/ar-15/AR15_LUBE_POINTS/7-548967/?

Found them

 

[CaberTosser]

For my next barrel installation I will use some anti-seize on the barrel nut that I already have rather than ordering Aeroshell. The stuff I have is Jet-Lube SS-30 (though I also have Jet-Lube's Kopr-Kote product) and its rated temperature window far exceeds that of Aeroshell. The SS-30 ranges from -54 to 982 C, compare that to Aeroshells -73 to +121 C rating. It does meet a Mil-Spec, just a different one( MIL-PRF-907F). Its also great for vehicle battery post connections to prevent corrosion.

https://www.jetlube.com/product/ss-30-anti-seize-thread-lubricant

 

[BullOnParade]

For my next barrel installation I will use some anti-seize on the barrel nut that I already have rather than ordering Aeroshell. The stuff I have is Jet-Lube SS-30 (though I also have Jet-Lube's Kopr-Kote product) and its rated temperature window far exceeds that of Aeroshell. The SS-30 ranges from -54 to 982 C, compare that to Aeroshells -73 to +121 C rating. It does meet a Mil-Spec, just a different one( MIL-PRF-907F). Its also great for vehicle battery post connections to prevent corrosion.

https://www.jetlube.com/product/ss-30-anti-seize-thread-lubricant

My understanding of the mil-spec designation is not in regards to temperature range, but the effects of chemical composition and its effects on bare aluminum. Standard antiseize products result in corrosion and weakening of the aluminum over time. I could be wrong, just how it was explained to me.

 

[Dietz]

For my next barrel installation I will use some anti-seize on the barrel nut that I already have rather than ordering Aeroshell. The stuff I have is Jet-Lube SS-30 (though I also have Jet-Lube's Kopr-Kote product) and its rated temperature window far exceeds that of Aeroshell. The SS-30 ranges from -54 to 982 C, compare that to Aeroshells -73 to +121 C rating. It does meet a Mil-Spec, just a different one( MIL-PRF-907F). Its also great for vehicle battery post connections to prevent corrosion.

https://www.jetlube.com/product/ss-30-anti-seize-thread-lubricant

My understanding of the mil-spec designation is not in regards to temperature range, but the effects of chemical composition and its effects on bare aluminum. Standard antiseize products result in corrosion and weakening of the aluminum over time. I could be wrong, just how it was explained to me.

Aeroshell is is not what's specified to be used on the barrel nut threads, that's internet pseudo-information that's been spread for so long people have acquired it as gospel.

What Colt has been using and specified for practically forever is Dupont (now DOW Corning) Molykote G-N Metal Assembly Paste. It's composition is WILDLY different than regular moly grease like the Aeroshell which is just a regular 5% moly grease.

 

[Onagoth]

Anyone have a screenshot of the second image from the OP?

Sorry bout that. I’ll fix it

 

[Mosin_redstar]

I also use EWL for my lubricant, I like how it doesnt have a smell, its non toxic which is nice for handling the firearm, also really good temperature range, slow burn off time, slow dry time, etc it's great stuff but expensive $$$!

 

[northballistics]

I'm curious to know (and I used the search function on this thread) if anyone uses Silicone oil at all? I also shoot airguns, and I use silicone exclusively on those and have never had an issue. I use balistol to clean, and Miltec-1.

 

[Fade]

Get G96 it doesn't matter if you get the -40 or regular its only a packaging difference. The RCMP did testing in the 80s on oils and found this to be one of the better ones

 

[Gunnerlove]

I use EWL and if the RCMP recommended it I would need to figure out what I should be using.